David Thodey
David Thodey is a prominent Australian business executive known for his leadership roles in the telecommunications industry, particularly as the former CEO of Telstra. He has been mentioned as a potential candidate for the chair of the ABC, with advocates suggesting that his experience could bring much-needed governance and clarity to the organization.
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David Thodey, chairman of Xero, is trying to win shareholder support for a more generous pay deal for Cassidy.
Private credit markets: Should we be worried? – Stock Takes
New Zealand· 2026-07-16
David Thodey is the chairman of technology firm Xero.
ANZ NZ’s chairman Scott St John best paid in the country, pipping BNZ and Fonterra chairsNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
David Thodey is the chair of Xero and a former CEO of Telstra.
Xero board faces ‘first strike’ over CEO’s $26m pay packageNew Zealand· 2025-08-21
David Thodey is the chancellor of the University of Sydney who praised Vic Alhadeff's contributions.
Jacinta Price claiming credit for Greens’ demise
Australia· 2025-05-22
David Thodey is suggested as a potential replacement for the chair of the ABC.
The ABC of interference, brought to you by a celebrity chairAustralia· 2025-04-29
